Psalms 119:105

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This verse opens the nun stanza of Psalm 119 and is one of the most memorized verses in the Bible. In the ancient world, a lamp was a small clay vessel with oil and a wick that gave off only enough light for a few steps.

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Proverbs 6:23For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life,
2 Peter 1:19We also have the word of the prophets as confirmed beyond doubt. And you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.
John 8:12Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.”

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

World English Bible (WEB)

Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.

King James Version (KJV)

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, And light unto my path.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

<NUN> Your word is a light for my feet, ever shining on my way.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Lámpara es á mis pies tu palabra, y lumbrera á mi camino.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Tu palabra es una lámpara a mis pies, y una luz en mi sendero.

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Psalms 119:105

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